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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Milton Keynes Dons and Shrewsbury Town is set for 24.01.2026 at 15:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this League 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Milton Keynes Dons, currently sitting 5 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Shrewsbury Town, positioned 20, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 24.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Milton Keynes Dons
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 27.09.2025, finishing Shrewsbury Town 1-2 Milton Keynes Dons.
Milton Keynes Dons Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Milton Keynes Dons squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Milton Keynes Dons lineup today or Milton Keynes Dons starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Milton Keynes Dons home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Accrington Stanley vs Milton Keynes Dons 0 - 2 09.01.2026 Milton Keynes Dons vs Oxford United 1 - 1 04.01.2026 Milton Keynes Dons vs Chesterfield 2 - 2
Shrewsbury Town Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Shrewsbury Town have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League 2 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 20
- Recent head-to-head record: Shrewsbury Town 1-2 Milton Keynes Dons
- Wins this season over Milton Keynes Dons: 5
Recent away match stats for Shrewsbury Town:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Harrogate Town 1 - 0 10.01.2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Shrewsbury Town 6 - 1 01.01.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Bristol Rovers 0 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Milton Keynes Dons as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Milton Keynes Dons and Shrewsbury Town lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
